1983 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
